Contradictions and Paradoxes in Nehemiah 4:16

Check out Contradictions Catalog of Nehemiah 4:16 for the comprehensive list of verses that contradicts Nehemiah 4:16. Some key contradictions and paradoxes are described below.

According to Nehemiah, while some people worked on building the wall, others stood guard with weapons to keep everyone safe. This way, everyone helped to finish the wall and protect their home at the same time.

Nehemiah 4:16: And it came to pass from that time forth, [that] the half of my servants wrought in the work, and the other half of them held both the spears, the shields, and the bows, and the habergeons; and the rulers [were] behind all the house of Judah.

Contradiction with Matthew 5:44

Nehemiah 4:16 mentions taking up arms for defense and protection, whereas Matthew 5:44 preaches loving your enemies and not taking up arms against them.

Matthew 5:44: But I say unto you, Love your enemies, bless them that curse you, do good to them that hate you, and pray for them which despitefully use you, and persecute you;

Contradiction with Romans 12:17-19

Nehemiah 4:16 talks about preparing for potential revenge, while Romans 12:17-19 advises against repaying evil for evil and leaving vengeance to God.

Romans 12:17-19: Recompense to no man evil for evil. Provide things honest in the sight of all men.

Contradiction with Exodus 14:14

Nehemiah 4:16 describes self-defense preparations against enemies, while Exodus 14:14 says that the Lord will fight for you, suggesting no need for human defense actions.

Exodus 14:14: The LORD shall fight for you, and ye shall hold your peace.

Contradiction with Proverbs 26:4

Nehemiah 4:16 involves taking measures against possible threats, while Proverbs 26:4 suggests not answering a fool, implying sometimes inaction may prevent escalation.

Proverbs 26:4: Answer not a fool according to his folly, lest thou also be like unto him.

Contradiction with Matthew 26:52

Nehemiah 4:16 mentions arming oneself for defense, but Matthew 26:52 warns that those who take the sword will perish by the sword, discouraging the use of weapons.

Matthew 26:52: Thinkest thou that I cannot now pray to my Father, and he shall presently give me more than twelve legions of angels?

Contradiction with Romans 14:19

Nehemiah 4:16 focuses on preparing for physical confrontation, while Romans 14:19 encourages pursuing peace and mutual edification, steering away from conflict.

Romans 14:19: Let us therefore follow after the things which make for peace, and things wherewith one may edify another.

Contradiction with 1 Thessalonians 5:15

Nehemiah 4:16 involves defense against adversaries, whereas 1 Thessalonians 5:15 instructs not to repay evil for evil, but always seek what is good for each other.

1 Thessalonians 5:15: See that none render evil for evil unto any [man]; but ever follow that which is good, both among yourselves, and to all [men].
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